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How many people in the world haves marfan syndrome?
1 in every 5,00o to 7,000 people have Marfan syndrome.
How many people in the US have Marfan syndrome?
It is estimated that one person in every 3000-5000 has Marfan syndrome, or about 50,000 people in the United States.
What is marphan not sure of spelling syndrome?
The Marfan syndrome is a connective tissue disorder. The Marfan syndrome is inherited and affects many parts of the body. There's no single test for diagnosing it, but people who have it often have many similar traits. Besides perhaps having heart problems, people with the Marfan syndrome are often tall and thin. They also may have slender, tapering fingers, long arms and legs, curvature of the spine and eye problems. Sometimes the Marfan syndrome is so mild that few symptoms exist. In the most severe cases, which are rare, life-threatening problems may occur at any age.
Is marfan syndrome dominant or recessive?
Marfan's Syndrome is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern. This disease is a disorder that affects the connective tissue in many parts of the body.
Which president had Marfan's Syndrome?
Abraham Lincoln was thought to have Marfan syndrome. This has not been proven however, and many researchers think he may have had a different disorder instead.
How many Marfan syndrome sufferers develop ectopia lentis?
Between 50 and 80% of Marfan patients have dislocated lenses.
Can you catch the marfan syndrome from another person?
Yes you can catch it in many ways
Does marfan syndrome affect the aorta?
Yes. Marfan syndrome is a congenital disorder affecting the formation of fibrillin. In Marfan syndrome, the abnormal fibrillin is responsible for many of the findings of the disease. Hyperextensibility/hyperelasticity of joints is one of the hallmark signs. Pectus excavatum is another. People with Marfan syndrome are typically very tall and thin, with very long fingers and toes (arachnodactyly). The fibrillin defect also affects the blood vessels, especially the large arteries, such as the aorta. Disordered fibrillin production causes these arteries to be weaker than normal, predisposing patients with Marfan syndrome to aortic dissections and rupture. This the major cause of death for patients with Marfan syndrome.
Did Abe Lincoln have Marfan syndrome?
A theory from 1962 that few believe today suggests that he did. It is more likely that Lincoln a different disorder, with similar symptoms to that of someone with Marfan syndrome. The truth is, although the former president had many similar features associated with marfan it is not possible to positively answer either way. So the answer would accurately be...maybe.
Why may a diagnosis of Marfan syndrome be missed?
In many cases, the patient may have few or very minor outward signs of the disorder, and the diagnosis may be missed until the patient develops vision problems or cardiac symptoms.
Is marfan's syndrome fatal?
Marfan syndrome is not inherently fatal, but it can lead to serious complications that may shorten lifespan if not properly managed. The most significant risks involve cardiovascular issues, particularly aortic dilation and dissection, which can be life-threatening. With early diagnosis and appropriate medical care, many individuals with Marfan syndrome can lead relatively normal lives. Regular monitoring and treatment can help mitigate the risks associated with the condition.
What causes Marfan's syndrome?
It is caused by a mutation in the gene for fibrillin-1 on chromosone 15. A variable disorder of the connective tissue that effects many organ systems including the skeleton.eyes,heart,lungs and blood vessels.
